{"id":8802,"date":"2016-07-25T14:53:36","date_gmt":"2016-07-25T04:53:36","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.realestatetalk.com.au\/?p=8802"},"modified":"2016-07-25T14:53:36","modified_gmt":"2016-07-25T04:53:36","slug":"have-you-outgrown-your-accountant","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/channels.realty.com.au\/realtytalk\/have-you-outgrown-your-accountant\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Signs that You've Outgrown Your Accountant"},"content":{"rendered":"

 
\nAre you working with the right accountant?<\/strong>
\nFor many individuals and small businesses, the answer to this question isn\u2019t an outright \u2018yes\u2019 or \u2018no\u2019. Some assume that the service they\u2019re getting corresponds to what they\u2019re paying, while others are simply unaware of what more an\u00a0accounting firm can do and should be doing for them.
\nOften in these cases, the truth is simply that they need to find an accountant that\u2019s better suited for them.<\/p>\n

Warning Signs<\/h3>\n

If you\u2019re not familiar with all that accounting entails or are apprehensive about finding an accountant other than the one you already have, it might be difficult to tell that you actually need a new and better one. To give you a clearer picture, here are five signs that tell you it\u2019s time to find someone else to do your accounting:
\n1. You are not given clear explanations.\u00a0<\/b>
\n\"Have<\/strong>
\nOne of the most common problems that individuals and business owners face is that they don\u2019t understand what is on their own financial statements, or the financial advice being given to them. This is often normal, since they\u2019re not financial experts. What isn\u2019t normal is an accountant who will not explain these things to you in such a way that you will understand them. You might reason, \u2018Well, they\u2019re the experts. I can trust them even if they don\u2019t explain everything to me.\u2019 On the contrary, you are paying these experts to not only handle your accounts, but also make sure that you clearly understand how these are being handled. A trustworthy accountant will make sure that you fully understand your financial statements, the repercussions of any financial advice or undertaking, and help you to become more educated and independent when it comes to handling your finances.
\n2. It\u2019s difficult to get a hold of them.\u00a0<\/b>
\nGood customer service is one of those things that need to be perpetually present. Your calls and concerns should always be answered in a timely fashion. You need to find an accountant that is responsive and easy to reach, otherwise you\u2019ll subject yourself to added stress.
\n3. They aren\u2019t proactively advising you.<\/b>
\nYou don\u2019t find an accountant simply so you can have someone to fill out your tax return. You hire them for their expertise, so you should be getting it. Whether you\u2019re planning to establish a\u00a0property investor trust\u00a0or want to know the most viable options for\u00a0wealth creation, you should be getting expert advice from your accountant. If you\u2019re getting better advice elsewhere, then it\u2019s time to find someone else.
\n4. They aren\u2019t familiar with your business or industry.<\/b>
\nIf you only speak with your accountant every tax season, it might be difficult to determine exactly how much they know about your business or industry. Some telling signs that they don\u2019t know enough: they repetitively ask you to explain your business; they haven\u2019t really spent any time getting to know your business; they don\u2019t have any other clients in the same industry as you; and they don\u2019t offer industry-specific advice or solutions that maximise your tax deductions.
\n5. You\u2019re having disagreements regarding important matters.<\/b>
\nIt\u2019s important that you are able to approach your accountant at any time with any concern you may have. If this is marred by disagreements over the way your tax and accounting matters are being handled, certain discrepancies, mistakes or inaction on their part, then it would be best to just let them go.
\nFinding an accountant who is not only an expert at his field but is also proactive, efficient and considerate of your specific situation is crucial to ensuring the best financial outcomes for you or your business. If you experience any of the warning signs above, then it\u2019s time to switch to a more suitable accounting firm \u2013 one that you know will deliver an exceptional level of service.
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